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Claire Watkins
Claire Watkins is a musician and writer living in Chicago, IL.
NWSL
How The Chicago Red Stars Became The Epitome Of NWSL Dysfunction
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Claire Watkins
October 18, 2022
Soccer
Why Equal Pay For Equal Work Finally Became A Reality For The USWNT
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Claire Watkins
May 19, 2022
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Soccer
This NWSL Final Is The Result Of Knockout Soccer At Its Best
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Claire Watkins
November 18, 2021
NWSL
The NWSL Was Working As Intended
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Claire Watkins
October 4, 2021
Soccer
Carli Lloyd Was A Self-Contained Superstar
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Claire Watkins
August 18, 2021
Soccer
This Is How To Build A Super Team In The NWSL
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Claire Watkins
June 16, 2021
Soccer
The Portland Thorns Are Ready To Be The NWSL’s Villains
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Claire Watkins
May 10, 2021